Europe's IPO Market Looks to U.S. for Inspiration

By

Jessica Hodgson

Updated Aug. 14, 2012 5:44 p.m. ET

A recent flurry of initial public offerings in the U.S., including English soccer giant Manchester United PLC and Outback Steakhouse operator Bloomin' Brands Inc., may have prompted hopes that the beleaguered European market could stir to life.

But investors should temper their excitement over Europe's IPO market, analysts warn.